Domestic Violence

On Your Side In Domestic Violence Cases

If you have been arrested on domestic violence charges, early intervention from a criminal defense lawyer can make the difference in how your case proceeds.

Our Orlando law firm is headed by Corey I. Cohen, a former prosecutor with the Florida state attorney's office. Mr. Cohen knows the criminal justice system from the inside out, and his experience as a prosecutor helps our firm build the best possible defense for each client.

Handling The Complexities Of Battery Defense Law In Florida

From your perspective, the legalities of your case may seem somewhat simple. Numerous complex processes and options, however, will arise during the defense of your case. We can help. For instance:

Removing no-contact bond conditions. In domestic violence cases, one common condition of making bail is the requirement that the defendant has no contact with the alleged victim. Usually, this means that you can't return home or try for reconciliation. If you violate the conditions of the bond, then you can be arrested again and placed on a no-bond hold. We have an excellent record of success getting those conditions removed so that you can make bail and get out of jail without having to stay away from your home or your spouse. The sooner you hire us the better chance we have of negotiating a bond agreement that does not include a no-contact restriction.

Declination of prosecution. In many cases, domestic violence arrests happen when an argument at home gets out of hand. One person calls the police but may later regret that action. If you and your spouse want to reconcile, and if your spouse wants to drop the domestic violence charges, we can work to negotiate a "declination of prosecution" with the prosecutor's office.

We Will Aggressively Defend Against Your Domestic Violence Charges

The argument that led to the criminal charge of domestic battery or domestic assault may not seem like it was a very big deal, but the potential criminal penalties for a domestic violence conviction can be extremely serious.

At the very minimum, conviction for a domestic violence crime requires the defendant to attend a 26-week anger management class as part of satisfying probation requirements. These courses are expensive and time-consuming. Even a first-time domestic violence conviction may also carry mandatory jail time.

You need a strong defense following a domestic violence charge. For more information and to schedule a free consultation, call today: 407-246-0066.

Answering Your Questions

When you are arrested, you likely have many questions about how the arrest will affect you now and in the long term. Consequences of a conviction for domestic violence, abuse or battery can include jail time, the loss of your right to own a firearm, the loss of the right to enter your own home and the loss of the right to see your children.

Am I going to jail?

Can the charges be dropped if the other party decides not to press charges?

Can I talk to the other party and return home while the case is pending?

These questions can weigh heavily on your mind. It is important to speak with an experienced attorney at The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen to get answers to your questions and to get started on your defense.

Is It A 'He Said, She Said' Situation?

At The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen, we help clients fight and beat domestic violence charges. Do not assume that your charges will automatically stick or that a conviction is inevitable. The state faces an uphill climb in its goal of proving your guilt. Why?

The majority of domestic violence cases involve very little evidence. Prosecutors can threaten and bluster, but when they work with just a "he said/she said" scenario, your chances of having your charges dismissed can be high if you work with an experienced attorney who knows how to expose the holes in the prosecution's case. We have had hundreds of cases dismissed because we performed the painstaking work of researching case law. Often a legal technicality can lead to a dismissal.

The loss of the right to contact the victim — This may involve the loss of the right to enter your home or visit your children.

Additionally, individuals convicted of domestic violence are barred from having their criminal record sealed/expunged, resulting in a permanent criminal record.

Though feelings of hopelessness can quickly set in following a domestic violence charge, we can help you navigate numerous options. Often, your defense is strengthened if the alleged victim drops the charges. We can contact your accuser and discuss this possibility.

Also, frequently the state can be persuaded not to file charges. We can skillfully pursue this possibility, and can provide aggressive and knowledgeable criminal defense legal help in the event charges are filed. Many domestic violence cases involve very little evidence. We can work to have your charges dismissed based on lack of evidence and/or work to have your charges reduced.

Contact Us For Help Today

For a no-charge consultation with an experienced domestic violence attorney, call 407-246-0066. You can also reach us online.

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